AMD Overdrive Help
AMD Overdrive Help
Hi
I set up Overdrive but the auto clock status appears stuck or unresponsive, even after fresh installs and downloads. I'm trying to overclock to 4.0 from my 2.8 to better match the GPU performance. Since I don’t have much experience with overclocking, I’m using Overdrive as a workaround.
Nothing seems to trigger the "window" status. Could you assist?
System details:
CPU - AMD Phenom™ II X6 1055T Processor
GPU - Sapphire OC RX 470 4GB
Motherboard - MSI 970A - G43
10GB RAM
Cooler - Antec A40 Pro CPU Cooler
Windows 10 64 bit
Thanks in advance!
Try adjusting CPU Ratio to 15.5
Keep the NB Ratio unchanged, same for HT Link.
If this works and your CPU stays below 75C during load, increase to 16. Keep going by .5 until you hit your desired speed or stability issues arise.
Determining the final speed is straightforward. Your CPU Base speed is 200MHz, the multiplier performs its function by increasing that speed. At 1GHz it's about 1000MHz, so 200MHz*14 equals 2800MHz (2.8GHz). Multiplying by 15.5 gives 3100MHz (3.1GHz). Once comfortable, the calculations become clear.
Remove AMD overdrive installation. I advise against using software overclocks as they cause excessive heat due to high voltage applied to the CPU. After uninstalling, restart normally and then enter BIOS via Windows: press Windows+i to open Settings, select Update and Security > Recovery > Advanced Startup. A menu will appear; choose BIOS, which might be labeled firmware settings.
https://us.msi.com/Motherboard/support/9...own-manual
Download your manual and begin at page 52. Pages 53-58 detail the overclocking options in your BIOS.
Once you reach your desired setting in BIOS, inform me of the CPU ratio.
It might be helpful to have the manual open on another machine so you can review it during the session.
We need to remove AMD overdrive. I don’t suggest using software overclocks as they create excessive heat by supplying the CPU with too much voltage. After uninstalling, restart normally and then enter BIOS through Windows: press Windows+i to open Settings, select Update and Security > Recovery > Advanced Startup. A menu will appear; choose BIOS when prompted, which might be under firmware settings.
[Link](https://us.msi.com/Motherboard/support/9...own-manual)
Download your manual and begin at page 52. Pages 53-58 detail the overclocking options in your BIOS.
Once you reach your desired setting in BIOS, let me know the CPU ratio.
You might want to open the manual on a separate machine so you can review it while in BIOS.
Try adjusting CPU Ratio to 15.5
Keep the NB Ratio unchanged, same for HT Link.
If this remains stable and your CPU stays below 75C during load, increase the CPU Ratio to 16. Continue by .5 increments until you reach your desired speed or encounter instability.
Determining the target speed is straightforward. Your CPU Base speed is 200MHz, and the multiplier performs its function by increasing that speed. A 1GHz rating corresponds to around 1000MHz, so 200MHz*14 equals 2800MHz (2.8GHz). Multiplying by 15.5 gives 3100MHz (3.1GHz). Once comfortable, the calculations become clear.
When you hit the maximum possible output with the multiplier, adjust it to the largest stable value and begin increasing the CPU FSB speed. This adjustment will boost the Base Clock (default 200MHz). The Base Clock is meant for precise tuning and should not exceed 225MHz. Keep in mind that raising the base clock significantly raises both CPU and motherboard VRM temperatures.
Weberdarren97:
When you hit the maximum possible with the multiplier, adjust it to the largest whole number that remains stable and begin increasing the CPU FSB speed. This will boost the Base Clock (default 200MHz). The Base Clock is meant for fine adjustments and should not exceed 225MHz. Be aware that raising the base clock significantly raises both CPU and motherboard VRM temperatures. Thank you again.
CPU Ratio only reaches 14.00?
Are you concerned about 4GHz being excessive, or could there be major long-term problems at that speed?